KIDDIBOPS

About

Hi, I'm Rachel, and I started Kiddibops Music-Play Classes after leaving Secondary Music Teaching after 22 years to have my children. Being a musician and music educator, I was desperate to find a real music class that would introduce my children to the joy of music through play-based learning. I was disappointed in what I found, and although the classes on offer were entertaining, I found them over stimulatory and lacking in true musical content and delivery. I knew at once that it would be the logical step for me to create quality music classes that I would want for my children. Music is such a powerful learning tool and if used with skill and understanding, it supports children in all areas of learning development. Combined with a play-based learning approach and child led content, it allows children to explore and be creative in their own music-making. I am passionate about early years music and have recently been awarded a distinction at Masters level in Early Years Education specialising in music from birth to 5 years. My research focussed on creating and developing a programme for parents to use music in supporting their children with SEND, in particular those with ASD and speech, language and communication delays. I believe that all young children should have access to quality musical experiences and at a Kiddibops class, that is what we will deliver. I work with a team of talented early years music practitioners, all talented musicians and educators experienced in working with SEND.